Denarius - Septimius Severus MANET AVG; Moneta
193 year| Silver | - | - |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Septimius Severus (Lucius Septimius Severus) (193-211) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 193 |
| Value | 1 Denarius |
| Currency | Denarius, Reform of Augustus (27 BC – AD 215) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#269560 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Moneta, draped, standing left, holding scales in extended right hand and cornucopiae in left hand.
Script: Latin
Lettering: MANET AVG
Translation:
Moneta Augusti.
The mint of the emperor (Augustus).
Comment
Source:Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
The Denarius - Septimius Severus (MANET AVG; Moneta) (193) coin features an image of the Roman goddess Moneta, who was the goddess of memory, on its reverse side. This image was chosen to emphasize the importance of the emperor's role as the guardian of the Roman state and its traditions.